I love my phantom.   But in full sunlight, even with the extra sun guard, I find it almost too bright to see my screen and it is too bright to see everything quickly.  What do you folks do?  I feel like I need to alway fly near sunrise and sunset but I miss out on awesome bright shots.   Thoughts and suggestions?  It really is bad for me.  

Look into DJI crystalsky . It cost  but it helped me on bright days

Is your resolution on your smart device set to the brightest setting or is it set for "auto" brightness mode?  I too have that screenguard, and what it does to my iPhone is tells it "its too dark out", so the iPhone darkens the screen.  When I remove it from auto adjust brightness, it stays at the brightness setting I set it at.

You may want to try a set of goggles.  Even a cheap pair of Google Cardboard style goggles will provide with an awesome viewing experience.  In fact, as someone who actually has 3 or 4  sets  from cheap to expensive, I find myself using the google goggle type setup most often.  VRBox, 25.00 on ebay.  

Aloha MrRobert,

     Is there shade near by?  I always look for shade before I fly.  I even have a little beach chair with a sunshade on it.  And like Kneepuck says, goggles are great.

Aloha and Drone On!

I suggest using a monitor hood. http://store.dji.com/product/ins ... onitor-hood-tablets or http://store.dji.com/product/ins ... r-hood-smartphones.
Also, Crystalsky is a good choice.

Sunrise and sunset are when you get the best lighting conditions, plan your days to fly at those times

I don't fly while standing in direct sunlight even with a sunshade and max brightness tablet, etc.  It's just no fun because it's so hard to see the screen.  I will find some shade and stand there and fly.  If I do fly in the sun, I'll fly it old school and ignore the tablet or not even connect it.

I use an IPad Air 2.   Big and catches lots of sun!   I made a sunshade from a stiff folder.   Cut it in half, bent the top down about 2 inches and it goes in remote cradle behind Ipad.   Works good for free!  I also try and find shade or position my AO in favor of better screen viewing.   

What phone / tab are you using?

As simple as it sounds, it's very effective, stand in the shade..

Mark The Droner Posted at 2017-9-3 02:51
I don't fly while standing in direct sunlight even with a sunshade and max brightness tablet, etc.  It's just no fun because it's so hard to see the screen.  I will find some shade and stand there and fly.  If I do fly in the sun, I'll fly it old school and ignore the tablet or not even connect it.

I thought the new firmware required you to use a tablet/phone so that you can fly beyond 30m; i.e. no old school flying really.

If you are using a iPad ... then try a pair of polarized sunglasses when the screen is in a horizontal position you will be amazed at what you can see in bright sun light... Let me know if you try this.

guardcim23 Posted at 2017-9-2 20:06
Look into DJI crystalsky . It cost  but it helped me on bright days

Looks cool but the cost... Ouch!  I will have to save for that one

Keith Thompson Posted at 2017-9-2 20:23
Is your resolution on your smart device set to the brightest setting or is it set for "auto" brightness mode?  I too have that screenguard, and what it does to my iPhone is tells it "its too dark out", so the iPhone darkens the screen.  When I remove it from auto adjust brightness, it stays at the brightness setting I set it at.

I will verify.... I use an Otterbox for my iPhone, I think I will remove it... Thanks for your input

Kneepuck Posted at 2017-9-2 21:46
You may want to try a set of goggles.  Even a cheap pair of Google Cardboard style goggles will provide with an awesome viewing experience.  In fact, as someone who actually has 3 or 4  sets  from cheap to expensive, I find myself using the google goggle type setup most often.  VRBox, 25.00 on ebay.

Thanks for the reply.... I have never seen these before... interesting.... I use a lot of the functions on the screen so I will have to plan ahead and not change any settings once the flight starts... but this looks interesting.... Thanks....

Cetacean Posted at 2017-9-3 00:44
Aloha MrRobert,

     Is there shade near by?  I always look for shade before I fly.  I even have a little beach chair with a sunshade on it.  And like Kneepuck says, goggles are great.

I always look for shade.... but I was on top a hill without any.... I also will start wearing darker shirts, if I wear a bright shirt it only helps to reflect the sun.  I appreciate your comment.... sorry I was off the forum for a day or two....

DJI Thor Posted at 2017-9-3 00:54
I suggest using a monitor hood. http://store.dji.com/product/inspire1-phantom-3-remote-controller-monitor-hood-tablets or http://store.dji.com/product/inspire1-phantom-3-remote-controller-monitor-hood-smartphones.
Also, Crystalsky is a good choice.

I should have been more clear... I already use this... and it does help... but it just doesn't seem to be enough... thanks though!

Nigel_ Posted at 2017-9-3 01:07
Sunrise and sunset are when you get the best lighting conditions, plan your days to fly at those times

Agreed... soft light... orange glow... it's great... but I do want to get some athletic shots that are in full sunlight.  I need to learn my craft more.

Mark The Droner Posted at 2017-9-3 02:51
I don't fly while standing in direct sunlight even with a sunshade and max brightness tablet, etc.  It's just no fun because it's so hard to see the screen.  I will find some shade and stand there and fly.  If I do fly in the sun, I'll fly it old school and ignore the tablet or not even connect it.

Yeah... I agree... I haven't had the guts to fly without my monitor, but if I am not doing photo work that may be what I end up doing.... Thanks for the comment... and sorry I didn't reply back faster.

Rvrrat14 Posted at 2017-9-3 02:53
I use an IPad Air 2.   Big and catches lots of sun!   I made a sunshade from a stiff folder.   Cut it in half, bent the top down about 2 inches and it goes in remote cradle behind Ipad.   Works good for free!  I also try and find shade or position my AO in favor of better screen viewing.

I use my iPhone 6... I have an iPad but it's JUST A TINY BIT TOO BIG for the remote.... I could set up a table and do it like that... and I might try it... but that is just a little more stuff than I normally want to bring.... but, if I am doing an important day shoot... it shouldn't be too much.... I just haven't tried it yet.... Thanks for the input... sorry I was off the forum for a few days.  

Montfrooij Posted at 2017-9-3 03:14
What phone / tab are you using?

Ipone 6 ... with an Otterbox case... I will take the case off for the next flight....

R&L Aerial  Posted at 2017-9-3 03:46
As simple as it sounds, it's very effective, stand in the shade..

Oh yeah... every chance I get.... I am thinking of getting something to make my own shade..... Nothing complex.... just something.... The crystal sky looks great, but I really don't want to throw down another $500... Thanks for your comment.... I agree with you.

RMJovo Posted at 2017-9-3 05:25
If you are using a iPad ... then try a pair of polarized sunglasses when the screen is in a horizontal position you will be amazed at what you can see in bright sun light... Let me know if you try this.

Really!   I had no idea.... I will have to try this one out.... It might take me a bit to get the glasses, but this is a cool hack I would have NEVER thought of!  

MrRobert5823 Posted at 2017-9-5 08:12
Oh yeah... every chance I get.... I am thinking of getting something to make my own shade..... Nothing complex.... just something.... The crystal sky looks great, but I really don't want to throw down another $500... Thanks for your comment.... I agree with you.

Contrary to popular belief, you can fly your quads while sitting  inside a vehicle (shade) I've done this many times. You might lose a little range but works great if you fly within line of sight....

R&L Aerial  Posted at 2017-9-5 08:36
Contrary to popular belief, you can fly your quads while sitting  inside a vehicle (shade) I've done this many times. You might lose a little range but works great if you fly within line of sight....

I am a TOTAL chicken when it comes to distance.... They say the range is up to 7Km.... I think I hit 1 Km once... usually my am around 400 - 600 meters as my distance from home....

MrRobert5823 Posted at 2017-9-5 08:11
Ipone 6 ... with an Otterbox case... I will take the case off for the next flight....

Maybe the casing is blocking the sensor for screen brightness?
Or did you set it to maximum by hand?

Montfrooij Posted at 2017-9-5 09:38
Maybe the casing is blocking the sensor for screen brightness?
Or did you set it to maximum by hand?

I "adjusted" it... but I need to be more aware if it's automatically re-adjusting or not... I don't want that, but I didn't verify.  I will next time.  

MrRobert5823 Posted at 2017-9-5 11:05
I "adjusted" it... but I need to be more aware if it's automatically re-adjusting or not... I don't want that, but I didn't verify.  I will next time.

Let me know!

You can disable auto brightness in the settings.
And there seems to be some other settings that might be helpful.
https://www.igeeksblog.com/how-t ... phone-6-and-6-plus/

MrRobert5823 Posted at 2017-9-5 08:05
I always look for shade.... but I was on top a hill without any.... I also will start wearing darker shirts, if I wear a bright shirt it only helps to reflect the sun.  I appreciate your comment.... sorry I was off the forum for a day or two....

Aloha MrRobert,

     Yes, I also wear dark shirts.  Good you caught that one!

Aloha and Drone On!

Kneepuck Posted at 2017-9-2 21:46
You may want to try a set of goggles.  Even a cheap pair of Google Cardboard style goggles will provide with an awesome viewing experience.  In fact, as someone who actually has 3 or 4  sets  from cheap to expensive, I find myself using the google goggle type setup most often.  VRBox, 25.00 on ebay.

Is this what you were referring to?

https://www.amazon.com/Cardboard ... ords=google+goggles

MrRobert5823 Posted at 2017-9-7 07:33
Is this what you were referring to?

https://www.amazon.com/Cardboard-Topmaxions-Virtual-Reality-Compatible/dp/B01C2PA0KK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1504798564&sr=8-1&keywords=google+goggles

Well, the set I have are called VRBox, and they are made of plastic, so look a lot better than those, but essentially, yes.  The VRBox set are 25.00.  Much more durable, and a nice field of view.  Since a lot of the camera controls are on the controller, it works pretty well for me.

Kneepuck Posted at 2017-9-7 16:19
Well, the set I have are called VRBox, and they are made of plastic, so look a lot better than those, but essentially, yes.  The VRBox set are 25.00.  Much more durable, and a nice field of view.  Since a lot of the camera controls are on the controller, it works pretty well for me.

I shouldn't be this nervous, but these googles work with DJI GO?  No other app?  I was about to order it last night, but then I didn't think the app would work.... (just need some reassurance....)

MrRobert5823 Posted at 2017-9-8 07:30
I shouldn't be this nervous, but these googles work with DJI GO?  No other app?  I was about to order it last night, but then I didn't think the app would work.... (just need some reassurance....)

Ah, that is an issue if you wish to use only the Go app  I use them with Litchi.  I don't think the Go app has VR support yet, but I could be wrong.  I rarely use the Go app.

Kneepuck Posted at 2017-9-8 11:29
Ah, that is an issue if you wish to use only the Go app  I use them with Litchi.  I don't think the Go app has VR support yet, but I could be wrong.  I rarely use the Go app.

... uh.... yeah..... haven't tried Litchi...... sigh... one step at a time.... But thanks for the input...